Home Remedies for Flaky Scalp

Dandruff is a condition in which flaking of scalp occurs that falls like snow flakes seen on face and shoulders. Flaky scalp is an infectious condition triggered by fungus and bacteria. It results in excessive scale formation of skin accompanied by itching. It is contagious condition which may either spread through indirect and direct contact such as sharing combs, towels, etc. Scroll down to know some home remedies for flaky scalp.

Following are some remedies to treat flaky scalp at home.

• It is highly beneficial to take hot steam bath. This is the easiest home remedy for treating dandruff.
• Massaging with sesame oil or warm olive oil is another beneficial remedy. Firstly massage with any of these oils and wrap a warm towel or cloth on the head for a few minutes. This is a very useful remedy to get rid of dandruff.
• Before going to bed, apply hot sesame oil or olive oil. In the morning, mix lime and cosmetic vinegar and apply it on scalp an hour before taking bath. Rinse your hair thoroughly. Use lime juice and warm water in the last rinse. This process must be followed for at least 3 months, two times a week. This remedy surely gives relief from dandruff.
• Soak lime peel in coconut milk or coconut oil which is heated naturally by sunlight for 10 days. Apply this oil on scalp an before taking bath. This is another useful remedy for getting rid of flaky scalp.
• Massage your scalp with olive oil and almond oil for about 5 minutes and leave it foe a few minutes. Rinse with water and shampoo to get rid of dandruff.
• After washing your hair with herbal shampoo, use cider vinegar for last rinse. It also gives relief from dandruff.
• Mix six tablespoons of hot water and two tablespoons of cosmetic vinegar and apply this on scalp with a cotton swab. Leave it overnight and rinse your hair with mild baby shampoo or herbal shampoo in the morning.
• Expose your scalp to the sun. This is another best method to get rid of flaky scalp.
• Take warm coconut oil and mix it with one hundredth of black pepper. Apply this mixture on scalp an hour before taking bath. This is another best remedy for dandruff.
• Take a beetroot and crush it in henna paste. Apply this on the scalp and leave it for an hour, rinse it. This is another simple and best remedy for treating dandruff and hair fall.
• Snake gourd juice is another effective remedy in treating dandruff. Apply this juice gently on the scalp and leave it for a few minutes and then rinse with herbal shampoo.
• Mix ginger juice, apple cider vinegar and beet root juice and apply it on scalp. Leave it for sometime and then rinse with cold water. This is another beneficial remedy to treat dandruff.
• Soak fenugreek seeds in water and leave it undisturbed overnight. Grind these seeds and apply them on scalp gently. Let it stay for 45 minutes and rinse the hair with herbal shampoo.
• Take green gram and powder them. Use this powder to wash your hair. This is another effective remedy.
• Mix lime juice, Indian gooseberry and curd and gently massage it onto the scalp before sleeping. This is another good method to get relief from dandruff and hair fall.
• Take a cup of apple juice and three cups of warm water and mix them. Massage them on the scalp. This is another useful remedy to treat flaky scalp.
• Use lime juice for last rinse. This is another useful remedy for getting of flaky scalp.
• Stay away from sweets, red meat, strong teas and coffees, aerated drinks such as coke, Pepsi and candies, spices and pickles.
• You must include fresh fruits and vegetables, cereals, raw nuts and sprouted seeds in your diet.
• These are a few home remedies for flaky scalp. You must follow these home remedies for at least three months. If your condition does not improve, seek dermatologist’s advice.